Public Health Microbiologist II
Public Health Microbiologist II
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$ 89648 - 114462
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CAREER DESCRIPTION
- Public Health Microbiologist II
Salary Information
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above based on position requirements and successful candidates qualifications subject to appropriate authorization.
This recruitment is opento the public for a minimum of five (5) business days and will close at 11:59 p.m. (PST) on Tuesday August 26 2025. Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately.
This recruitment will establish an Openeligible list which will be used to fill current vacancies and can be used to fill future Public Health Microbiologist II positions within the Health Care Agency. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in a similar and/or lower classifications throughout the County of Orange.
THE AGENCY
The County of OrangeHealth Care Agency (HCA) is a dynamic organization dedicated to creating and supporting an environment that promotes the achievement of optimal individual family and community health. Under the leadership of the Agency Director a dynamic executive team with an organizational structure comprised of five (5) service areas Administrative Services Behavioral Health Services Correctional Health Services Public Health Services and Specialized Medical Services - is committed to meeting the health needs of the diverse Orange County community.
THE DEPARTMENT
The Orange CountyPublic Health Laboratory (OCPHL)is a core component of the Public Health program within HCA that provides laboratory services to Correctional Health Services Public Health Clinical Services Communicable Disease Control Division Environmental Health Services and clinical and hospital laboratories. Furthermore OCPHL provides specialized laboratory testing for assessing investigating and analyzing infectious diseases of public health concerning Orange County California. OCPHL is certified by Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) and approved by the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) to perform high complexity testing in the areas of bacteriology mycobacteriology mycology parasitology virology immunology and molecular biology. Additionally OCPHL has a Water Quality laboratory located in Newport Beach that is certified by the California Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Program (ELAP) that primarily monitors the Countys ocean and bay recreational waters.THE OPPORTUNITY
HCA is recruiting for a Public Health Microbiologist II (PHM II) to perform complex standardized microbiological testing in areas such as: bacteriology mycobacteriology (TB) parasitology virology and water quality for the detection of communicable disease-causing agents. The incumbents will be critical in maintaining the quality of testing that Orange County Public Health Laboratory provides to a variety of clients and programs.The duties of the PHM II include but are not limited to:
- Provide high quality public health laboratory services to clients
- Conduct technical laboratory testing and analysis of a standardized and generally recurring nature using well defined procedures
- Evaluate validate and/or verify new laboratory testing methods
- Work with laboratory instruments and equipment including performing calibration and troubleshooting
- Act as a technical expert for assigned areas and provide consultation to clients
- Train review and oversee the work of PHM I(s) Laboratory Assistants or PHM Trainees
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will possess two (2) years of experience performing the duties of a Public Health Microbiologist in an official public health laboratory in which the experience was generalized public health microbiological work.The ideal candidate will possess the following core competencies:
Technical Knowledge Technical Experience
- Advanced knowledge of microbiological and serological concepts principles and techniques that can be applied to public health laboratory testing
- Utilizing and training on traditional microbiological and molecular methods to test and analyze communicable disease organisms such as Hepatitis HIV Tuberculosis Salmonella Gonorrhea and Influenza
- Applying universal precautions to laboratory hazards associated with laboratory testing
- Understanding and following policies processes and procedures for the handling of specimens containing agents of concern such as: blood sputum stool and others
- Utilizing the Laboratory Information System at different phases of the testing process
- Conducting different and complex microbiological testing/examination methods and interpreting results for accurate identification of infectious agents
- Operating technical laboratory equipment and performing routine functional checks; adhering to safety rules and precautions
- Performing recording and reviewing quality control activities; following appropriate regulations policies and procedures; and adhering to quality assurance program guidelines
- Understanding quality improvement and making recommendations for improving processes in the laboratory
- Cross-training in different laboratory testing sections to be able to provide backup testing in the event of a public health incident or emergency
Written & Oral Communication Skills
- Writing standard operating procedures evaluation plans and policies for departmental tests or methods as needed
- Communicating professionally and tactfully with clients when giving/explaining laboratory results and answering technical questions
- Communicating professionally with vendors or sales representatives regarding laboratory supplies or equipment as needed
- Adapting communication style depending on audience (client peer management etc.)
Planning & Organization
- Planning organizing and prioritizing work tomeetestablished deadlines
- Setting objectives and goals to achieve maximum productivity
- Maintaining proper documentation of equipment records
- Developing utilizing and maintaining effective systems to manage multiple tasks and track information equipment records quality controls business goals etc.
- Strong attention to detail and monitors and checks work; plans and organizes time and resources efficiently
Leadership Teamwork
- Facilitating motivating and supporting others to realize common goals
- Constructing positive relationships at all levels based on trust and respect
- Monitoring and sharing opportunities to improved processes and plans
- Helping staff acquire and apply new knowledge skills and attitudes by explaining modeling and giving effective examples
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Click here to learn more about the Minimum Qualifications for the Public Health Microbiologist IIclassification as well as the physical & mental requirements and the environmental conditions.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of a valid Public Health Microbiologist certificate issued by the California Department of Public Health. Required certification must be maintained as a condition of employment.RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and desirable qualifications. After screening qualified applicants will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please clickhere to review the policy.
Application Screening Application Rating (Refer/Non-Refer)
Applications and supplemental responses will be screened for qualifications that are highly desirable and most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.Eligible List
Once all assessments have been completed HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Please note:The information you provide on your application and/or response to the supplemental questions may be used as a scoring device so please be thorough and complete in your response. See Resume is not a qualifying response and will not be scored in lieu of the required information. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Email NotificationEmail is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email : User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply. Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the site. Please check your email folders including spam/junk folders and/or accept emails ending with and . If your email address should change please update your profile at .
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Clickhere for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
For specific information pertaining to this recruitment please contact Rosemary Donis at or .EEO INFORMATION
- Orange County as an equal employment opportunity employer encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Employer
County of Orange
Address
400 W CIVIC CENTER DRIVE
Santa Ana California 92701Phone
Website
Employment Type
Full-Time
